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GET QUALIFIED Music & Audio • Film & Visual FRASER MOUAT SIMON CLARKE  fraser.mouat@shetlandarts.org  simon.clarke@uhi.ac.uk  +44 (0) 1595 743843  +44 (0) 1595 771278 Visit WWW.SHETLANDARTS.ORG to view each course and for more details about how to apply online.

“We are very of proud of Shetland Arts’ partnership with Shetland College UHI and the courses we have developed together.

The courses are perfect for anyone looking to develop their skills in the film, music and wider creative industries, to progress to further studies, or simply to find out more about a subject that interests them. Previous students have included working professionals, school leavers, students taking a year out before university, and people looking to develop their hobbies in a structured way.

The flexible nature of the courses mean students can study in ways which fit their needs. Students can study film to up to degree level and music to masters level while based in Shetland, and this has proven to be ideal for students with work and family commitments.

Students are based in Mareel with access to industry standard equipment and facilities in a busy situational learning environment, with a music venue, cinema screens, recording studio, production suites and teaching spaces.

The teaching team all work in the Creative Industries and bring a wealth of knowledge, insight and experience to the courses and students have many opportunities to get involved with Shetland Arts’ events, festivals and projects.

We’re always delighted to speak with anyone who is interested in finding out more about the courses, so please do get in touch.”

Bryan Peterson Head of Creative Opportunities, Shetland Arts

Shetland College Shetland College UHI is the most northern partner of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI). They offer a vast selection of courses, from national certificates to post graduate degrees. Courses can be studied at the main Gremista campus in Lerwick, in partnership with Shetland Arts here at Mareel or at one of Shetland’s rural Learning Centres.

Shetland Arts & Mareel In partnership with Shetland College UHI, film and music students are based in Mareel with access to world class facilities and professional teaching staff in a busy situational learning environment, with a music venue, cinema, recording studio and teaching spaces.

The purpose of Shetland Arts is to place the arts at the heart of Shetland, to educate, promote, support and develop the practice and enjoyment of the arts by all.

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Mareel’s facilities allows us to learn and express ourselves

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- LEWIS HALL (NC & HNC Music)

Vocational Pathways: Video Production (National 4) This course is designed to help you develop the knowledge required to plan, produce and evaluate a video production (e.g. music videos, short dramatic films and/or documentaries).

The course introduces students to a wide range of technical and creative skills in video development and production.

Students will also be building on transferrable skills such as research techniques, creative problem solving, group work, critical thinking and project evaluation.

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Vocational Pathways – Video Production (National 4) NC Creative Industries: Film BA (Hons) Contemporary Filmmaking

NC Creative Industries: Film This course is designed to develop your knowledge and understanding of the working practices of the UK Creative Industries with a focus on film production.

Students will develop creative and technical skills relevant for employment within the Creative Industries, one of the fastest growing sectors of the UK economy, and for progression to further learning.

The course is based around a set of core Creative Industries modules with specialist modules in subjects including scriptwriting, camera work, lighting, directing and editing.

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This course provides a great opportunity – a stepping stone into Shetland’s diverse creative industries – the skills and knowledge to bridge the gap from amateur to professional - JORDAN CLARK (NC Creative Industries: Film)

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Vocational Pathways – Video Production (National 4) NC Creative Industries: Film BA (Hons) Contemporary Filmmaking

BA (Hons): Contemporary Filmmaking This new course is designed to allow you to produce creative films using the beautiful and diverse rural landscapes of Scotland.

The programme will give you the opportunity to collaborate with local communities, and arts and cultural industry experts to set up realistic industry links for your future career and employment.

You will study a mix of film-craft skills, editing and production, film studies, documentaries and cultural archiving and recording in an environment that promotes personal development and learning. You will also develop skills in small business planning and research while acquiring technical ability and hands-on, intensive experience.

This is a networked course delivered through a combination of video conference lectures and tutorials, online study, and face-to-face residential film shoots in locations around Scotland. Students will be based at either Mareel or North Highland College. Advanced entry to year two may be possible with a relevant HNC.

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Vocational Pathways – Video Production (National 4) NC Creative Industries: Film BA (Hons) Contemporary Filmmaking

Vocational Pathways – Sound Engineering (National 4) This course is designed to help develop practical and creative sound engineering and production skills - enabling students to use computer based Digital Audio Workstations to record live music and mix audio.

Students will use a variety of equipment and techniques to create multi-track recordings and stereo mixes to a professional standard. An element of live performance is included, although the ability to play an instrument or sing is not a requirement.

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Vocational Pathways – Sound Engineering (National 4) NC Creative Industries: Music HNC Music BA (Hons) Applied Music MA Music and the Environment

NC Creative Industries: Music This course is designed to develop your knowledge and understanding of the working practices of the UK Creative Industries with a focus on music.

Students will develop creative and technical skills relevant for employment within the Creative Industries, one of the fastest growing sectors of the UK economy, and for progression to further learning.

The course is based around a set of core Creative Industries modules with specialist modules in subjects including music technology, composition, performance and recording.

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Vocational Pathways – Sound Engineering (National 4) NC Creative Industries: Music HNC Music BA (Hons) Applied Music MA Music and the Environment

HNC Music Want a career in popular or traditional music performance? This course is for you - it provides a strong grounding in core disciplines which allow you to develop and enhance your musical skills and understanding of the creative industries.

You will have opportunities to perform your music locally and further afield, and you can study full time or part time to suit your personal and professional circumstances

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HNC Music is a really fulfilling and enjoyable course, catering to students of all musical and creative interests. It gave me an excellent grounding in topics such as networking and the use of first-class multimedia facilities which I have found very valuable in my later career - PATRICK MAINLAND (NC & HNC Music)

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Vocational Pathways – Sound Engineering (National 4) NC Creative Industries: Music HNC Music BA (Hons) Applied Music MA Music and the Environment

BA (Hons) Applied Music Do you want to study music in your home region, in any genre or style, and prepare yourself for the music industry of the future? If so, then this BA (Hons) Applied Music course has been designed for you.

Studying traditional, Celtic, pop, jazz, classical or rock, this course will give you the opportunity to explore the culture of the Highlands and Islands and focus your study towards the application of music in a variety of professional contexts.

Addressing the modern needs of the professional musician, you will study with top individuals in their fields, and develop skills in business, finance, enterprise, networking and communication which will help you access opportunities nationally, in Europe and the USA. This course is networked across the UHI you learn through a combination of video conference lectures and tutorials, online study, and face-to-face residential sessions with tutors and students from all across Scotland and beyond.

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Vocational Pathways – Sound Engineering (National 4) NC Creative Industries: Music HNC Music BA (Hons) Applied Music MA Music and the Environment

MA Music and the Environment The MA Music and the Environment provides a foundation for musicians to develop new paths for creative, entrepreneurial and environmentally responsible endeavours.

In addition, the course equips musicians to work within their own community, establishing effective and successful contributions to their local economy.

The course focuses on the three distinct but interrelated themes: music performance and creation; the cultural and historical context; and the creative economy and sustainability. Activities during the course encourage and demand the skills of observation, investigation, experimentation, reflection, creation, innovation and design.

This course is also networked across the UHI - you learn through a combination of video conference lectures and tutorials, online study, and face-to-face residential sessions with tutors and students from all across Scotland and beyond.

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Vocational Pathways – Sound Engineering (National 4) NC Creative Industries: Music HNC Music BA (Hons) Applied Music MA Music and the Environment